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BMW 420

Black · Diesel · 2017 · 1,995 cc

L15 SMOMOT history

L15 SMO is a black diesel BMW 420 first used on 24 Mar 2017. Its MOT is valid until 18 Apr 2027 and it has passed 7 of 9 MOT tests, with 125,802 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 8 Apr 2026.

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MOT
Valid
Until 18 Apr 2027
Mileage
125,802 mi
At MOT on 8 Apr 2026
MOT tests
9
7 passed · 2 failed
Per year
10,820 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
L15 SMO
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
BMW
Model
420
Colour
Black
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
1,995 cc
Year of manufacture
2017
First used
24 Mar 2017
MOT status
MOT valid until 18 Apr 2027
Latest MOT test
8 Apr 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

L15 SMO was last recorded at 125,802 miles on 8 Apr 2026, 0 miles more than at the previous MOT on 7 Apr 2026.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
125,802 miles · 7 Apr 2026
Between the last two tests
0 miles
Average per year
10,820 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 125,802 miles
  • 2025 – 114,620 miles
  • 2024 – 104,125 miles
  • 2023 – 94,727 miles
  • 2022 – 83,435 miles
  • 2021 – 65,182 miles
  • 2020 – 59,475 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass125,802 miles
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Play in steering rack inner joint(s)Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2026

What MOT advisories mean

Recurring issues

Items recorded at more than one earlier MOT but not at the latest one. Repeat advisories can show maintenance that was put off.

  • Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2024

Full MOT history

9 tests since 20 Feb 2020, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass125,802 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    18 Apr 2027
    Odometer
    125,802 miles
    Test number
    398799590201
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Play in steering rack inner joint(s)

  2. Fail125,802 miles (+11,182)2 dangerous1 repaired1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    125,802 miles
    Test number
    747793142293
    • DangerousNearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • DangerousOffside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • Repaired at testOffside Front Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Play in steering rack inner joint(s)

  3. Pass114,620 miles (+10,495)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    18 Apr 2026
    Odometer
    114,620 miles
    Test number
    653988131860
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

  4. Pass104,125 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    18 Apr 2025
    Odometer
    104,125 miles
    Test number
    992539700684
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

  5. Fail104,125 miles (+9,398)1 dangerous2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    104,125 miles
    Test number
    140195987828
    • DangerousNearside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

  6. Pass94,727 miles (+11,292)
    MOT expiry
    17 Apr 2024
    Odometer
    94,727 miles
    Test number
    287941795417

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  7. Pass83,435 miles (+18,253)
    MOT expiry
    29 Mar 2023
    Odometer
    83,435 miles
    Test number
    962920002927

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  8. Pass65,182 miles (+5,707)
    MOT expiry
    15 Mar 2022
    Odometer
    65,182 miles
    Test number
    598862306353

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  9. Pass59,475 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    19 Feb 2021
    Odometer
    59,475 miles
    Test number
    101162815294
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Questions about L15 SMO

Does L15 SMO currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on L15 SMO is valid until 18 Apr 2027.
When is the MOT due on L15 SMO?
The MOT on L15 SMO is valid until 18 Apr 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has L15 SMO done?
L15 SMO was recorded at 125,802 miles at its MOT on 8 Apr 2026, an average of 10,820 miles a year.
Has L15 SMO ever failed its MOT?
Yes. L15 SMO has failed 2 of its 9 MOT tests, most recently on 7 Apr 2026.
Has the mileage on L15 SMO ever gone down?
No. The odometer reading went up or stayed the same at every MOT test on record. Service records are still worth checking.
What did the latest MOT on L15 SMO find?
L15 SMO passed its latest MOT on 8 Apr 2026 with 1 advisory: offside front play in steering rack inner joint(s).

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